Escrow Officer with strong knowledge of escrow process, title process and company policies and procedures to service clients. Prepares and delivers escrow documents in compliance with regulations and laws. Expert knowledge of Residental real estate transactions and accompanying title insurance policies and endorsements required to support high producing team.
Hi, I’m
Sophia D. Ivery
Escrow Officer / Closer
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Overview
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Community National Title
ESCROW OFFICER
01.2021 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Handle closings in various locations
- Support agents’ day to day requirements
- Efficiently determine and respond to business needs
- Followed industry standard escrow procedures and maintained awareness of regulations governing escrow process.
- Prepared documents for closing and handled complete disbursement and follow up of escrow transactions.
- Set up escrow transactions, processed deposits and mailed out forms and preliminary title reports for review.
- Returned executed loan packages to lender for review and approval in accordance with lender instructions.
- Scheduled closing appointments for seller and buyer or arranged for delivery of documents for out of area closings.
- Managed real estate closing process in compliance with applicable standards and legal requirements.
- Prepared and delivered projected HUD-1 settlement statements to lender upon request.
- Examined purchase and sale agreement for potential items of concern and addressed immediately.
Alamo Title Company
ESCROW OFFICER
02.2016 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Managed 20+ real estate closing files monthly, ensuring timely and accurate document execution.
Coordinated with lenders, buyers, and sellers to complete transactions in compliance with state and federal laws.
Trained and mentored junior escrow staff, improving team productivity by 15%.
Reduced closing delays by 30% through proactive document management and follow-up.
Pinkerton Law Firm & Assoc. LLC
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
02.2015 - 02.2016
Job overview
- Aided in office organization and documentation
- Supported daily activities
- Interfaced with business customers and partners
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
State
Notary Public
01.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Checked documents and identifying credentials for all parties.
- Administered oath to document signers to obtain affirmation of truth.
- Looked for signs of fraud or coercion and refused notarization.
- Updated journal with names and dates for permanent record.
- Met with clients in work environment to witness signings.
- Checked documents for accuracy and correct signing before notarizing.
- Maintained accurate records of all documents notarized to support accurate recordkeeping and reporting requirements.
- Followed proper protocol when notarizing documents, verifying signatures and dates for compliance.
- Checked client identification to maintain compliance with state legal requirements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of state laws and regulations, ensuring full compliance during every transaction.
- Examined documents for accuracy, completion and compliance before notarizing.
- Collaborated with attorneys and other professionals to provide comprehensive support during legal transactions.
David’s Seafood & Grill
MANAGER, SERVER, TRAINER
03.2006 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Excelled in various positions within the restaurant business
- Trained incoming employees in best practices and POS systems.
- Ensured high quality experiences for all restaurant guests.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Eliminated process gaps by implementing new methods of standardized training.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Providence Title
Escrow Officer
03.2023 - 04.2025
Job overview
- Managed multiple escrow accounts simultaneously, balancing financial transactions and minimizing risk of errors.
- Prepared detailed settlement statements for each transaction, accurately reflecting funds received and disbursed.
- Collaborated with real estate agents and lenders to expedite closing times on property sales.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional service, earning repeat business and referrals.
Education
David W. Carter High School
EDUCATION DIPLOMA
University Overview
Cedar Valley CollegeLancaster, TX
No Degree from Physical Therapy
University Overview
Skills
- Closing Process Coordination
- Title Document Review
- Title Requirements
- Customer Satisfaction
- Lender Relationship Management
- Understanding of Contracts
- Escrow Management
- Real Estate Lending Processes
- Closing Document Preparation
- Loan Document Packages
- Closing Disclosures
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Availability
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Timeline
Escrow Officer
Providence Title
03.2023 - 04.2025
ESCROW OFFICER
Community National Title
01.2021 - 01.2023
Notary Public
State
01.2017 - Current
ESCROW OFFICER
Alamo Title Company
02.2016 - 03.2020
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Pinkerton Law Firm & Assoc. LLC
02.2015 - 02.2016
MANAGER, SERVER, TRAINER
David’s Seafood & Grill
03.2006 - 04.2020
David W. Carter High School
EDUCATION DIPLOMA
Cedar Valley College
No Degree from Physical Therapy
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